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MaLea Wagner

Prevention Specialist
Holland,IN

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate social work professional with extensive experience in behavioral health, case management, and prevention education. Skilled in program development, community outreach, grant writing, and client advocacy. Strong background in working with diverse populations across all age groups.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Prevention Specialist

Crisis Connection Inc
10.2021 - Current
  • Provided State of Indiana mandated bully and abuse prevention pre k-12th grade and adult education.
  • “Empowerment” group for students in high school to improve self-esteem and healthy relationships.
  • Reformed and implemented Natural Helpers program to about 150 students in 7 schools.
  • Worked with a team to plan events relating to the mission of Crisis Connection.
  • Successfully wrote and obtained grants for prevention purposes, staff training and planned events.
  • Trained facilitator in Stewards of Children Training, Mental Health First Aid and CPR Certified.
  • Received and recorded cash and checks, complete deposit requirements, managed the intake of donations.
  • Utilized the program “Bloomerang” as the donor database, created mailings, assisted with all fundraising events behind the scenes

Behavioral And Primary Healthcare Coordination Case Manager

LifeSpring Behavioral Health Systems
10.2019 - 10.2021

Behavioral And Primary Healthcare Coordination Case Manager-Completed assessments and reports for 120 client’s in 7 counties for this specific Medicaid Waiver.

  • Power Account Payment Lesion- Receive an assisted client with payments to make towards their Medicaid Power Account Payments.
  • Medically Frail Case Manager- Used the Indiana State programming site portal to determine the need for medically frail status.

Case Manager

Southern Hills Counseling Center
01.2012 - 10.2019
  • 2012-2013
  • Provided therapy services to all ages 6-adults. Using different therapy techniques to work with the wide variety of clients. On-call services in local hospitals.
  • 2013-2016
  • Behavioral Health Technician/Case Manager in the Adult Rehabilitation Program teaching coping skills, independent living, anger management, and illness management and recovery skills to 18 and older adults who are unable to live independently. Created and effectively ran two groups weekly.
  • 2016-2019
  • Outpatient Case Manager- working with ages 6-adults to provide parenting skills, coping skills, independent living skills, and organizational skills. Creating and updating treatment plans. Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Gatekeeper to Indiana’s Children’s State Hospitals- Assessed and completed referrals for ages 6-17 for placement in a state hospital inpatient treatment facility.
  • Behavioral And Primary Healthcare Coordination Case Manager- Completed assessments and reports on client’s need for this specific Medicaid Waiver.

Education

Masters of Social Work Degree -

University of Southern Indiana (USI)
Evansville, IN
01-2011

Skills

Youth engagement

Mental health awareness

Outreach planning

Teamwork and collaboration

Excellent communication

Self motivation

Adaptability and flexibility

Attention to detail

Community Involvement

  • Chair and Vice-Chair for the Holland Community Festival & Holland Events Board of Directors 2021-Present
  • Administrative Council Secretary and Missions Director for Zoar United Methodist Church 2022-current
  • Thirteen years as an active member of Girl Scouts and now Life-Time Member.

Timeline

Prevention Specialist

Crisis Connection Inc
10.2021 - Current

Behavioral And Primary Healthcare Coordination Case Manager

LifeSpring Behavioral Health Systems
10.2019 - 10.2021

Case Manager

Southern Hills Counseling Center
01.2012 - 10.2019

Masters of Social Work Degree -

University of Southern Indiana (USI)
MaLea WagnerPrevention Specialist